Long-time stylist finds her ‘happy place’ volunteering at Clearwater’s Homeless Empowerment Program

The Brief

  • For 25 years, Aimee Trachtenberg has volunteered for the Homeless Empowerment Program in Clearwater.
  • Every other week, she cuts and styles the hair of a handful of residents.
  • Residents say it provides a boost of confidence when it comes to job searching.

CLEARWATER, Fla. For long-time hair stylist Aimee Trachtenberg, the time she spends at the Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP) is her favorite.

“It’s my happy place because of the people, the experiences. I like to help people,” Trachtenberg said.

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